Friday, December 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The community of Panama City, Florida, rallied together at a fish fry fundraiser to support the family of Josh Johns, who was killed in December, raising funds for his widow and children. WJHG
- ➤ Bay County residents and officials shared a variety of concerns with State Rep. Philip Griffitts and Sen. Jay Trumbull during a legislative delegation meeting, including topics on education, business, and infrastructure. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Latitude Margaritaville's rapid growth with the sale of its 2,000th home propels local infrastructure development, including a new hospital by Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare on Highway 79, to meet rising healthcare needs. WJHG
- ➤ The 'Price Family Light Show' has moved to the Panama City Center for the Arts, offering a free holiday spectacle nightly until the end of December. My Panhandle
- ➤ Panama City Beach offers free access to two local piers for Bay County residents on the last two Sundays in December to spread holiday cheer. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ The Panama City Corps of the Salvation Army distributed toys to 3,000 children through their Angel Tree program, ensuring kids receive Christmas gifts. WJHG
- ➤ Over 20 years, Panama City Beach police have been delivering food and toys to families in need during the holidays, impacting more than 100 families this year in collaboration with local schools and organizations. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bay Arts Alliance plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Panama City Center for the Arts with events, exhibits, and activities starting Jan. 17. Panama City News Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City received the Purple Star School of Distinction for its support of military families. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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Christmas Eve Fine Dining at Cuvee 30A Featuring Chef Tim Creehan
Experience a festive Christmas Eve dinner with award-winning cuisine including Prime Rib and Rack of Lamb at Cuvee 30A, located in Inlet Beach, FL.
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Trey Odum Live at American Charlie Grill & Tavern
Trey Odum will perform live at the American Charlie Grill & Tavern in Panama City Beach.
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2024 New Year's Eve Ball Drop 5K Run/Walk
The 2024 New Year's Eve Ball Drop 5K Run/Walk features events for participants aged 16 and younger and takes place at Frank Brown Park.
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Quarterly Chili Cook-Off and Bake Goods Auction
The Rainbow Girls Assembly #147 hosts a chili cook-off and bake goods auction featuring fun and prizes for all attendees.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) Training for Healthcare Professionals
This training course enables healthcare professionals to acquire essential CPR and lifesaving skills applicable in various medical settings.
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